Letter: The importance of voting

Our government has changed over the years since 1776. Our forefathers formed this nation on the belief that all men were equal.

Since then, at times, we the people have let them down in our quest for equality.

They knew we had to follow some basic principles to reach this type of government. The number one thing above all others, we fail our forefathers at the voting booth. We don't question our elected officials enough nor keep abreast of things which affect us all.

A low turnout at the poll usually gives us people who can't or won't help our nation.

I say this to remind all of us to vote in every election — no matter if it's a local one or a national one. The one vote we have carries the same strength as the next person's. Your wealth or standing does not alter the power we have when voting.

Lately, I have heard some people say many of us may not be qualified to vote. Thankfully they are few, but in time their number may grow especially if all citizens fail to vote. If we elect people who share their view, some laws could be changed.

In the last several years, out government has not worked well for the people. This has to change soon for many reasons. The U.S.A. is not only losing our standing with the people but on the national level, other nations are gaining power to a point where it threatens our world leadership.

Remember, our power as an individual is in the voting booth. Don't let anyone keep you out of it. Register to vote if you have not.